RV 101® – RV Tire Inflation Basics
Inflating RV tires to the proper inflation pressure is a confusing topic. This RV 101 how-to video clears up some of the confusion.
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So, given that pressures increase on the road, my Winnebago micro Minnie placard states 50psi, and the tire states 50psi MAX cold. I’ve always done 50psi cold with no issues but I am curious if I should be starting out at a lower psi to account for heat.
Also check with a gauge not just by eye ball or a kick to the tire. You be suprised how many ppl do the above 2 methods. Always check before a trip esp. don't want a blow out. Also check the date code on the tire. Just bc the tire look alright doesn't mean it's ok. If the date code is old. Replace all the tires. They can dry rot from the inside. RVs and trailers sit a lot. And when they sit with low air they dry rot and flat spot quickly. Which leads to a blow out. Keep tires clean and apply only a water based rubber conditioner not Armor All. The protectant will fend off UV, and other harmful matter. G luck
To simplify, follow the recommended cold tire inflation indicated on the RV manufacturer's placard and do not exceed the rated GVWR, right? Sometimes people want to make this too complicated.
what do you recommend in a tire gauge and can you explain nitro tire to us how to check them and if you do, don't you loose nitro from the tire and I heard its very expense to refill your tires again with nitro that you should just fill them up with air